Overview

Dance at Western Washington University develops multiple skills that are essential in all fields, including self-discipline, collaboration, patience and problem-solving. The Dance BA is a broadly-based degree with a liberal arts orientation, and is designed for students with a general interest in dance and its applications. BA candidates focus on pedagogical and historic aspects of dance art as well as on the performance and generative components.

Beyond the Classroom

Performance opportunities for students include New Music/New Dance, Winter Dances, Cabaret and Dance In Concert. The department also brings in a number of guest artists throughout the year such as Amma and Kofi Anang West African Dance, and The Liz Gerring Dance Company.

Programme Structure

Classes include:

Contemporary Dance

Dance in Western Cultures

Movement and Culture

Choreography

Performance

Functional Alignment

Anatomy for Dancers

Repertory

History of Western Dance Since 1450

Theatre Production: Technology

Ballet

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-09-15 00:00:00
Starting 2025-04-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-01-01 00:00:00
Starting 2025-09-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-01-31 00:00:00

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Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Dance View 405 other Bachelors in Dance in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Student insurance

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Other requirements

General requirements

The International Student Application for Admission

$60 non-refundable application fee

An essay that helps the Admissions Committee understand your academic goals, related experiences and/or preparatory course work, and professional goals

Official academic credentials

Evidence of English language proficiency

Statement of Financial Responsibility

Tuition Fee

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International

26562 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 26562 USD per year during 48 months.
National

26562 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 26562 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

7995 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7995 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Bellingham

1109 - 1684 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Dance.

Available Scholarships

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